An Elgin church with a solar array on its roof is one of three properties in Kane County taking part in the 2016 Illinois Solar…
On May 9, the president signed the National Bison Legacy Act, which declares the bison the national mammal of the United States. It was a…
Kane County’s electronics recycling program is back, with three new drop-off locations set to open this month. Recycling Coordinator Jennifer Jarland announced today (Wednesday, Sept….
Nature Nearby is written by Valerie Blaine, nature programs manager for the Forest Preserve District of Kane County. You can reach her at blainevalerie@kaneforest.com. Do…
2 PM SEPT. 1, 2016, UPDATE: The Chimney Swift Sit scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 3, has been canceled, due primarily to a smaller-than-expected flock of…
Editor’s Note: This is the second of a two-part series by St. Charles naturalist Pam Otto. At the end of last week’s column, the reputation…
Editor’s Note: This is the first of a two-part series by St. Charles naturalist Pam Otto. Next up: Are there really badgers among us? A…
In an effort to enhance public pride, tree preservation efforts, and awareness of the benefits of trees, the City of Aurora’s Tree Board is accepting…
Editor’s Note: “Good Natured” is written by Pam Otto, the manager of nature programs and interpretive services at the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, a facility…
St. Charles resident and park board member Trish Beckjord joins The Conservation Foundation as Fox River Program Manager focusing on Kane and Kendall counties beginning…
